Job Description

A  Pipe Foreman is a skilled leadership role responsible for supervising crews (typically 2 to 15 people ) in the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground piping systems for water, sewer, and storm drains. This is a "working foreman" position, meaning you are expected to perform physical labor alongside your team while managing project logistics and safety

Core Responsibilities

• Crew Management : Schedule, coordinate, and supervise daily activities of pipe layers, laborers, and equipment operators.
• Technical Installation : Lay, join, and align pipe sections for storm sewers, sanitation lines, and water mains.
• Plan Interpretation : Read and interpret blueprints, project plans, and specifications to configure accurate pipe routes.
• Precision Alignment : Use  pipe lasers , transit levels, and grade rods to ensure proper elevation and slope.
• Site Safety : Conduct daily safety meetings, identify potential hazards, and ensure full compliance with  OSHA standards and company safety protocols.
• Equipment Operation : Operate heavy machinery like excavators, backhoes, and front-end loaders to dig and backfill trenches.
• Reporting : Maintain accurate daily logs, process employee timesheets, and track material usage and production costs

 

• Key Requirements
• Experience : Typically requires 3 to 5 years of experience in underground utility construction, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Physical Stamina : Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift heavy materials, often  up to 75–100 lbs .
• Technical Skills : Proficiency in welding, sealing joints, and knowledge of various pipe materials (PVC, ductile iron, concrete).
• Environment : Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions and within confined spaces like deep excavations.
• Licensing : A valid driver’s license is mandatory

Job Tags

Full time

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